Description
Savory homemade chicken shawarma wrapped in warm pita bread, bursting with flavor from spices and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Pita bread or flatbreads for serving
- Fresh vegetables like cucumber, tomatoes, and onions for garnishing
- Creamy garlic sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least one hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat your grill or large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Mix together the minced garlic, yogurt, lemon juice, and a sprinkle of salt in a small bowl until smooth for the sauce.
- Serve the sliced chicken in warm pita bread or flatbreads, topped with fresh vegetables and a drizzle of creamy garlic sauce.
Notes
For added texture, consider toasting your pita before filling. Marinate chicken overnight for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg